Apprenticeship
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MI Apprenticeship is a recognized U.S. DOL Apprenticeship Ambassador helping create Registered Apprenticeship Programs.

As a no-cost publicly and privately funded program, MI-Apprenticeship is your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about registered apprenticeships. Whether you’re setting up a one-time apprenticeship for a new hire or you regularly manage apprenticeship programs, MI-Apprenticeship is here for you.


This page provides valuable resources to guide you as you set up and manage your registered apprenticeship program.


Apprenticeship Coordinator Contacts

If you’re in Michigan, we’ve provided a list of contacts to set up and support your registered apprenticeship. To set up an apprenticeship, you need to contact the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, a Related Technical Instruction provider at a Michigan community college, and a Michigan Works! representative for funding opportunities or apprenticeship hiring. Find all of these in our organized Apprenticeship Contacts List.

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Apprenticeship Intermediaries

Looking for someone else to manage your Apprenticeship program? We create the apprenticeship program, file the paperwork with the Department of Labor, and connect with apprentices to fill your needs

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Apprenticeship Program Handbook

This template serves as a customizable template for employers developing a registered apprenticeship program. Designed to provide apprentices with the essential information they need to succeed, this resource ensures programs meet the standards recognized by the Department of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship (DOL/OA).

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Employer ROI Calculator

Most of the time, the Return on Investment (ROI) of an apprenticeship program just makes sense. Eliminate the guesswork! Use our ROI calculator to estimate return on investment your company will experience with the apprenticeship model.

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Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Plan

The EEO/AAP templates are designed for small to mid-sized companies, however they can be used as guides for larger employers. When preparing EEO/AAPs, they should be customized to reflect an employer’s organizational structure, policies, practices, programs, and data.

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FAQs

Registered apprenticeship is an industry-driven talent development strategy that combines on-the-job experience with formal classroom learning. If you're an employer or career seeker scan the FAQs to learn more.

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Intermediary Training Guide

The WIN Intermediary “Train the Trainer” Guide is a comprehensive resource created to support organizations serving as Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) intermediaries.

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Michigan Workforce & Career Resource Guide

The Workforce Intelligence Network (WIN) developed the Michigan Workforce Career and Resource Guide to make it easier to understand high-demand and in-demand careers, wage information, point of contact information for job seekers, and websites to academia and Michigan Works! agencies for wraparound support services, training funds, and regional training initiatives that are underway.

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Myths about Apprenticeship Programs

We’re debunking the Myths and A highlighting how Registered Apprenticeship help create a customized skilled trade program pathway. Employees and employers benefit from RA programs!

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Occupation Finder

Explore Approved Occupations for Registered Apprenticeships with the Apprenticeship USA Occupations Finder. Search for approved occupations using common titles/aliases and O*NET codes.

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Pre-Apprenticeship Guide

The WIN Pre-Apprenticeship Southeast Michigan Regional Resource Guide is a comprehensive resource designed for career seekers, prospective apprentices, career readiness professionals, and employers. Discover a wealth of information designed to explore and expand career opportunities and talent pipelines.

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Process Guide Handbook

The process of setting up and managing a registered apprenticeship can be challenging. We’ve created the Apprenticeship Handbook to answer all your questions. Available in an easily-accessible online format, you can browse the Apprenticeship Guide here:

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Registered Apprentice in a Day (RAPiD)

RAPiD was designed to allow employers to finalize and register their apprenticeship program in a single day. Participating employers that come to a RAPiD event prepared with the required documents are able to complete their program and have it signed by the Department of Labor at the event.

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Tech Apprenticeships with Apprenti

The tech industry faces a massive shortage in skilled employees. Employers are increasingly willing to invest in training new apprentices to fill their workforce demands. The Apprenti program helps you find a tech apprenticeship that can take your career to new heights.

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Veteran Resources

Minimizing Barriers and Providing Resources for Veterans Transitioning Into Private Sector

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WorkHands

WorkHands makes running an apprenticeship easier – tracking on-the-job training (OJT), related instruction, and more.

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